Newsletter Articles

Heads Up!
July 31, 2025

It’s only August, but I encourage you to look around as you ride and start thinking about our upcoming Portland Bicycling Club awards banquet which will be in early February 2026. Summer’s warm weather and many activities give our club members an opportunity to shine. Who is your favorite ride… Read More

Member Mirror: Julia Surtshin
July 31, 2025

Hey Fellow Cyclists, my name is Julia Surtshin. I’m a fairly new PBC member, joining just last season. I’m planning to write a regular column of member spotlights and thought I’d start with a selfie. I joined PBC because, quite frankly, I don’t like to ride alone. I’m more comfortable… Read More

Magnificent Manzanita
July 31, 2025

Back row (l to r): Kurt, Tom, Chip, Mandy, Dennis, Bud; Middle row: Barry, Marci, Karyn, John, Julia, Jan, Lynn, Denise, Scott, Dick, Kathleen; Front row: Karen, Ann, Martha, Michael. Not pictured: Arden (photographer), Jim, Glenice, Dee. Thanks to venerable PBC member, Bud Rice, 25 members enjoyed a… Read More

Keys to a Safe STP
July 1, 2025

The Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic is a great ride and should be a great experience. You will traverse new country, meet new people, and see things you have never seen before. One time, I pulled into the Tenino rest stop, saw a rider get off his bike, lean it… Read More

Club Membership
July 1, 2025

Want to go for a solo ride, with members of your household, or with a few friends and wondering about a route? As a club member, you have full access to our online Map Library! You can find it in the members-only pulldown menu in the upper righthand corner with… Read More

Summer Celebration
July 1, 2025

Summer is that time of year when we gather and celebrate food, fun, and friendship! We will have our annual summer picnic on Sunday, August 3. Prior to the all-important meal, there will be rides available for several skill levels. Our… Read More

Non-Club Event Rides Approved for Club Mileage
June 30, 2025

Listed below are the remaining non-club event rides approved so far for club mileage in 2025: We can allow at least one more, so if you see another that you think club members would enjoy (e.g., the Blackberry bRamble by… Read More

Help Wanted: PBC Website Administrator
May 31, 2025

I have been involved with PBC’s website since 2012, and I have enjoyed having a part in being a conduit to the public and our members. I have been primarily involved with the updates, look, and feel of the site. Other web committee members are Mark Hartel and Alan Coppola. Read More